Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. A valid physician requisition is required for all diagnostic laboratory testing. If you do not have one, our licensed Alberta physician can review your health concerns virtually and issue a requisition when medically appropriate.
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Your lab test may be covered if you have an Alberta Health Card. Please note that the mobile service fee is not covered and is paid privately.
If you don’t have an Alberta Health Card, we can still help arrange your lab work and connect you with one of our doctors or partner clinics.
If you have third-party insurance or a Health Spending Account, we’re happy to provide an invoice for reimbursement
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Most routine lab results are available within 24–72 hours. Specialized diagnostic tests may take longer. If a physician review is included, you will receive a secure follow-up consultation to discuss your results and next steps.
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Yes. We use encrypted, secure medical platforms compliant with Alberta’s Health Information Act (HIA) and Alberta Health Services privacy standards to protect your personal health information.
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Your physician review includes:
Clinical interpretation of lab results
Medical recommendations
Prescription management (if appropriate)
Specialist referrals when required
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We offer a wide range of at-home diagnostic testing, including:
Routine blood work (CBC, metabolic panels)
Hormone testing
Iron studies
Vitamin levels
Diabetes screening
Cholesterol and lipid panels
Thyroid testing
Select specialty and preventive panels
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Yes. Blood Tech Diagnostics (MyBloodTech) operates with a strong commitment to patient safety, privacy, and quality standards aligned with Alberta healthcare requirements. Our mobile diagnostic services follow established best practices for safe specimen collection, handling, transportation, infection prevention, and protection of personal health information.
Our healthcare team follows protocols consistent with Alberta healthcare standards, including:
✔ Patient Safety & Infection Prevention
We maintain strict hygiene, sterilization, and infection prevention procedures during every patient interaction, whether services are provided at home, workplaces, senior residences, or corporate locations.✔ Professional Specimen Collection & Handling
Our trained healthcare professionals follow proper collection techniques, patient identification procedures, labeling requirements, and secure specimen handling practices to help ensure accurate and reliable laboratory results.✔ Privacy & Confidentiality Protection
Patient health information is handled securely in accordance with Alberta privacy requirements, including safeguards for the collection, storage, and communication of medical information.✔ Qualified Healthcare Professionals
Our clinical team is committed to delivering professional mobile laboratory services while maintaining appropriate training, competency, and patient-care standards.✔ Reliable Diagnostic Support
Blood Tech Diagnostics provides convenient access to laboratory services, including mobile blood collection, wellness testing, ECG services, and specialized diagnostic testing while supporting patients who require flexible healthcare options.Alberta Health Services recognizes laboratory services as including areas such as blood and body fluid collection and electrocardiogram (ECG) services as part of diagnostic care. Laboratory services in Alberta emphasize safe testing practices that support prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of health conditions.
At Blood Tech Diagnostics, our goal is to make healthcare more accessible by bringing professional diagnostic services directly to patients while maintaining a commitment to quality, safety, and confidentiality.
Your health. Your convenience. Professional care delivered to your door.
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Booking is simple:
Obtain a requisition from your physician or telehealth provider
Visit the My Blood Tech booking page
Select your preferred date and time
Provide your requisition and contact details
Receive confirmation
Same-day and next-day appointments may be available in Calgary.
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Yes. Blood Tech Diagnostics provides mobile diagnostic services for pediatric patients with a focus on safety, comfort, and a positive healthcare experience for children and their families.
We understand that blood collection and diagnostic testing can be stressful for young patients. Our trained healthcare professionals use a patient-centered approach designed to help children feel comfortable and supported throughout the process.
Our pediatric services may include:
✔ Pediatric Blood Collection
Safe and professional blood collection services for children, following appropriate patient identification, specimen collection, and handling procedures.✔ Comfort-Focused Care
We provide a calm and supportive environment to help reduce anxiety and make the experience easier for children and parents.✔ Convenient Mobile Appointments
Our team can provide services in the comfort of your home, reducing travel time and the stress of visiting busy healthcare facilities.✔ Family-Centered Healthcare Support
We work closely with parents and caregivers to ensure clear communication, privacy, and a smooth appointment experience.At Blood Tech Diagnostics, our goal is to make diagnostic healthcare more accessible for patients of all ages by bringing professional mobile services directly to families while maintaining a commitment to safety, quality, and compassionate care.
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Blood Tech Diagnostics supports a wide range of laboratory testing, including:
Routine blood work (CBC, metabolic panels)
Hormone testing
Diabetes monitoring (HbA1c)
Cholesterol and lipid panels
Iron studies
Thyroid testing
Prenatal lab work
Insurance and third-party medical exams
Testing is processed through accredited partner laboratories.
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Yes. My Blood Tech provides professional mobile blood collection services throughout Calgary and surrounding areas.
Patients can receive lab-quality blood collection in the comfort of their home, workplace, or care facility — ideal for seniors, busy professionals, and mobility-limited individuals.
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Blood Tech Diagnostics offer mobile blood collection services are available in Calgary through private healthcare providers offering at-home phlebotomy.
These services allow patients to complete lab work without visiting a hospital or lab location. Mobile services are commonly used for:
Seniors
Pediatric patients
Post-surgical recovery
Occupational health testing
Busy professionals
At Home
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Yes. Several private providers in Calgary offer pediatric at-home blood draw services.
Mobile pediatric phlebotomy is helpful for:
Children with medical anxiety
Special needs patients
Infants requiring repeat monitoring
Families seeking convenience
Always ensure the provider uses trained pediatric-experienced healthcare staff.
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Yes, mobile phlebotomy services can be scheduled in Calgary through private healthcare providers.
Most services require:
A valid lab requisition
Online or phone booking
Preferred appointment window
Service fee payment
Appointments are typically available within 24–48 hours.
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To get diagnostic testing at home in Calgary:
Obtain a requisition from your doctor
Book a mobile lab service
A licensed phlebotomist visits your home
Samples are sent to an accredited laboratory
Results are sent to your ordering provider
This is ideal for seniors, immunocompromised patients, and busy families.
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At-home lab testing options in Calgary include:
Mobile blood collection services
Occupational health testing
Insurance medical exams
Chronic disease monitoring
Pediatric home blood draws
Private mobile lab services complement public lab access and provide convenience for those who prefer in-home care.
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At-home blood testing services (also called mobile lab testing or mobile phlebotomy) allow patients to complete diagnostic testing from their home or office instead of visiting a clinic or laboratory.
These services provide convenience, privacy, and improved accessibility for routine blood work, ECGs, and other diagnostic samples.
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Arranging at-home diagnostic testing in Calgary with Blood Tech Diagnostics is simple and convenient. We provide professional mobile blood collection and specimen pickup services directly at your home, office, or care facility anywhere in Calgary and surrounding areas.
To book your appointment:
Obtain a valid physician lab requisition (if required).
Contact Blood Tech Diagnostics through our online booking form or by phone.
Select a date, time, and location that works for you.
Our certified mobile phlebotomist will visit you to collect your samples.
Specimens are securely delivered to a licensed laboratory for processing, and results are sent directly to your ordering healthcare provider.
Our mobile lab services in Calgary are ideal for seniors, busy professionals, patients with mobility challenges, or anyone who prefers the privacy and comfort of home-based testing.
Blood Tech Diagnostics offers:
At-home blood testing in Calgary
Mobile lab blood draw services
Workplace and corporate blood collection
Senior home and assisted living visits
Private pay diagnostic testing options
Skip long lab wait times and enjoy convenient, professional at-home blood testing in Calgary with Blood Tech Diagnostics.
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Yes, you can have blood work done without visiting a clinic in Calgary by utilizing mobile lab services that come directly to your home or office. These services are particularly beneficial for individuals with busy schedules, mobility challenges, or those who prefer the convenience of at-home testing.
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Mobile lab services provide a convenient, comfortable, and personalized alternative to traditional laboratory visits. Instead of travelling to a clinic or waiting in a busy laboratory, a certified healthcare professional comes directly to your home, workplace, senior living residence, or preferred location to collect your blood sample.
The benefits of mobile blood testing include:
Convenience and time savings: Schedule your blood collection at a time that works for you without waiting in line or travelling to a laboratory.
Comfort in your own environment: Receive professional blood collection services from the privacy and comfort of your home or office.
Reduced stress and anxiety: Ideal for individuals who experience difficulty travelling, mobility challenges, busy schedules, or anxiety related to clinical environments.
Personalized healthcare experience: Enjoy one-on-one attention from trained mobile phlebotomy professionals.
Flexible scheduling: Choose appointment times that fit your lifestyle, including options that may be outside traditional laboratory hours.
Improved accessibility: Mobile lab services support seniors, individuals with limited mobility, caregivers, professionals, and patients who need convenient healthcare solutions.
Safe and professional specimen collection: Samples are collected using proper healthcare procedures and transported according to laboratory handling requirements.
Privacy and confidentiality: Complete your blood testing experience with added discretion in a private setting.
My Blood Tech brings professional mobile blood collection and diagnostic services directly to you across Calgary and surrounding communities, making healthcare more accessible, convenient, and patient-focused.